Spokane Self-Defense

09/24/2026

Kirsten hands me her phone to text Bas Rutten and gives me one warning: “Don’t be a dumbass.” 😂
Not long after that, Bas rolls up in his Porsche Panamera, steps out, and my immediate reaction is basically, “Holy sh*t…there he is.”
That was the first time I met Bas Rutten—and it kicked off a training experience that would have a huge influence on me and my gym.

See the full episode here- https://youtu.be/8CvhMgHGTFg

09/19/2026

I was trying to improve my striking when Kirsten gave me some very direct advice:

“Brayson, what the f**k are you doing? Come down to LA and train with Bas.”

Bas… as in Bas Rutten.

That conversation ended up changing the direction of my training—and eventually influenced how we train our students today.

Watch the full story on the Krav & Stuff Podcast-https://youtu.be/8CvhMgHGTFg

09/13/2026

This is why you train! So proud of this woman and how she fought off her attacker! Getting in and out of vehicles are transitional spaces that attackers can take advantage of. It's one of the many aspects of our training we provide for our members.

UPDATE: March 14, 2025 - According to court documents, Michael Trout was found incompetent to stand trial. Trout will remain in a facility operated by DSHS.

08/24/2026

08/20/2026

Oneness Fish tells the story of training with world champion Hector Peña—and learning the hard way that sometimes you should just stay down. 😂

See the full episode here- https://youtu.be/I5OIr6Z0wbU

08/04/2026

Sometimes the biggest risk isn't chasing your dream—it's never trying.
After taking my first Krav Maga class, I knew I'd found something special. But I was unemployed, living on unemployment benefits, and convinced I couldn't afford to sign up... until my now ex-wife asked me one simple question that changed the course of my life forever:
"If you love it that much, can you afford not to do it?

Check out the full episode here- https://youtu.be/Cbb2sGaklU4

08/04/2026

Sometimes the biggest risk isn't chasing your dream—it's never trying.
After taking my first Krav Maga class, I knew I'd found something special. But I was unemployed, living on unemployment benefits, and convinced I couldn't afford to sign up... until my now ex-wife asked me one simple question that changed the course of my life forever:
"If you love it that much, can you afford not to do it?

08/02/2026

The devastating fires across the Spokane area have deeply affected our community, with many experiencing evacuations, significant loss, and the painful uncertainty of not knowing what comes next. Our hearts are with each person impacted and with the emergency response teams working tirelessly to protect lives, homes, and our community. We encourage everyone to take care of themselves and their families as we move through this precarious and evolving situation. See less

07/31/2026

My interview with Oneness fish!

On this episode of the Krav & Stuff Podcast, I'm joined by my longt...